Antico Pizza Napoletana Kelowna
⭐ Antico Pizza Napoletana is known for Margherita and Tartufino.
🍕 Antico Pizza Napoletana brings a little piece of Naples to the heart of downtown Kelowna, occupying a casual, lively spot at 347 Bernard Avenue near the city's shops, patios and waterfront.
The open kitchen and blazing wood-fired oven put pizza-making on display, while Italian music, a covered street-side patio and Bella, the restaurant's much-loved cat-faced delivery robot, give the place a personality all its own. Antico takes its Neapolitan roots seriously, producing the soft, airy and lightly charred style of pizza traditionally associated with Naples rather than a crisp North American pie, and customers who know the style regularly compare it with pizza they have eaten in Italy. Despite that dedication to tradition, the atmosphere is decidedly unfussy, drawing families, couples, tourists and downtown regulars for quick lunches and relaxed dinners. Margherita, Tartufino and other wood-fired pizzas are the main attraction, but pasta, salads, tiramisu and cheesecake have developed followings of their own.
🍽️ Antico Pizza Napoletana Menu
🍕 Pizza Rossa
Traditional Neapolitan-style red pizzas made with authentic San Marzano tomato sauce, Fior di Latte mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil.
Margherita
Classic Neapolitan pizza with San Marzano tomato sauce, Fior di Latte mozzarella and fresh basil. Extra toppings can be added to make it your own.
Marinara
San Marzano tomato sauce with oregano, garlic and fresh basil. No cheese.
Margherita Di Bufala
Classic Margherita topped with imported Mozzarella di Bufala.
Carne-Val
San Marzano tomato sauce and Fior di Latte topped with Soppressata salami, Genoa salami and Italian sausage.
Al Greco
San Marzano tomato sauce and Fior di Latte with feta, Kalamata olives, green pepper and red onion.
Isola
San Marzano tomato sauce and Fior di Latte with Italian cotto ham, fresh pineapple, aged balsamic, oregano and garlic.
Americano
San Marzano tomato sauce and Fior di Latte with pepperoni, mushrooms, Scamorza cheese and oregano.
🍕 Pizza Bianca
White Neapolitan-style pizzas made with Fior di Latte mozzarella and extra virgin olive oil without tomato sauce.
Tartufino
Fior di Latte with black summer truffle cream, cremini mushrooms and fresh arugula.
Primavera
Fior di Latte topped with prosciutto, arugula, cherry tomatoes and shaved Parmigiano Reggiano.
Calabrone
Fior di Latte with Soppressata, ricotta, hot honey and Parmigiano Reggiano.
Casatiello
Fior di Latte with fresh egg, Mozzarella di Bufala, Genoa salami and garlic.
Gallina
Fior di Latte with chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic and fresh pesto.
La Norcina
Fior di Latte with black summer truffle cream, Italian sausage and Parmigiano Reggiano.
➕ Pizza Toppings & Sides
Customize your pizza with Italian meats, cheeses, vegetables and house accompaniments.
🍝 Pasta al Forno
Oven-baked pasta finished with Fior di Latte and Parmigiano Reggiano and served with focaccina.
Pomodoro
Baked pasta with classic San Marzano tomato sauce.
Bolognese
Baked pasta with traditional Bolognese prepared with beef and pancetta.
Crema e Tartufo
Baked pasta in a creamy sauce with black summer truffle.
🥗 Salads
Fresh Italian-inspired salads featuring cheeses, vegetables, cured meats and classic accompaniments.
Caesar Salad
Romaine hearts with Italian bacon and focaccina. Available in small or large.
Greek Salad
Mixed greens with feta, tomato, cucumber and onion. Available in small or large.
Caprese Salad
Bocconcini with tomato, basil and arugula, finished with extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic.
Bufala Arugula
Bocconcini with arugula and prosciutto, finished with extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic.
🥙 Small Plates
Italian-inspired small plates featuring cured meats, cheeses, focaccina and shareable dips.
Antipasto Mild
Mild Genoa salami with Fior di Latte, olives and focaccina.
Antipasto Spicy
Soppressata salami with Parmigiano Reggiano, La Bomba and focaccina.
Prosciutto Rolls (3 Pcs)
Three prosciutto rolls with arugula, Fior di Latte and aged balsamic, served with focaccina.
Hummus
Creamy hummus served with oven-baked pita.
🍰 Desserts
Classic house-made desserts featuring cheesecake and traditional Italian tiramisu.
Miranda's Famous Cheesecake
Signature cheesecake topped with cherries.
House-Made Tiramisu
Classic Italian tiramisu prepared in-house.
🍷 Wine
Italian and British Columbia wines available by the glass or bottle, including red, white, rosé and sparkling selections.
Monvin Cabernet
Italian Cabernet available from the fresh wine tap.
Monvin Pinot Grigio
Italian Pinot Grigio available from the fresh wine tap.
Mount Boucherie Merlot
B.C. Merlot available from the fresh wine tap.
Mount Boucherie
B.C. wine available from the fresh wine tap.
Mission Hill Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
B.C. Cabernet Sauvignon.
Folonari Valpolicella
Italian Valpolicella red wine.
Mount Boucherie Pinot Noir
B.C. Pinot Noir.
Moon Curser Dolcetto
B.C. Dolcetto red wine.
Mission Hill Reserve Sauvignon Blanc
B.C. Sauvignon Blanc.
50th Parallel Estate Pinot Gris
B.C. Pinot Gris.
Quail's Gate Rosé
B.C. rosé wine.
Mionetto Prosecco
Italian sparkling Prosecco.
🍺 Beer & Cider
A selection of Italian beer, B.C. craft beer, cider, Radler and stout.
Peroni
Italian lager.
Moretti
Italian lager.
BNA Animal IPA
B.C. India Pale Ale.
Slackwater Fumé Bianco Pilsner
B.C. craft pilsner.
Soma Organic Cider
Organic B.C. cider.
Radler
Refreshing beer and citrus beverage.
Guinness
Classic Irish stout.
🥤 Soft Drinks
Classic soft drinks, imported Italian sodas and bottled spring water.
Coke
Classic Coca-Cola.
Diet Coke
Diet Coca-Cola.
Sprite
Lemon-lime soft drink.
Chinotto
Imported Italian bittersweet citrus soda.
Limonata
Imported Italian lemon soda.
Aranciata
Imported Italian orange soda.
Spring Water
Bottled spring water.
⭐ Antico Pizza Napoletana Favourites
These selections are based on dishes commonly praised in Google reviews.
Margherita
The classic Neapolitan pizza is one of Antico's most consistently praised choices, with customers returning for its simple combination of fresh tomato, cheese and the restaurant's distinctive soft, wood-fired crust.
Tartufino
A favourite among regulars and frequently ordered alongside the Margherita, with its truffle-forward flavour making it one of the restaurant's more distinctive pizzas.
Isola
A popular sweet-and-savoury pizza combining ham with hot honey, with customers specifically naming it among Antico's must-try choices.
Gallina
A repeat-customer favourite and one of the pizzas regulars specifically mention returning to order.
La Norcina
A standout for sausage lovers, praised by customers for its Italian sausage and rich, savoury character.
Primavera
One of Antico's longstanding pizza choices, regularly appearing among customer favourites alongside the more traditional Margherita.
Bolognese Pasta
A particularly well-reviewed pasta dish, praised for its hearty sauce and baked cheese, with focaccia recommended for enjoying the remaining sauce.
Caesar Salad
More than a side dish for some regulars, with the house dressing receiving especially enthusiastic praise from customers.
Tiramisu
One of the restaurant's best-reviewed desserts and a frequent finish to a pizza dinner.
Cheesecake
Another recurring dessert favourite, with both the house cheesecake and rotating flavours earning enthusiastic recommendations.
🍽️ Dining Experience
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Authentic Neapolitan Pizzeria
Antico specializes in traditional Neapolitan pizza, with a soft, foldable centre, airy crust and light char that differ considerably from a typical North American pizza.
Wood-Fired Oven
The pizza oven is central to the restaurant, firing pizzas at extremely high heat so they cook in roughly 90 seconds.
Open Kitchen
Customers can watch pizzas being assembled and baked, making the preparation itself part of the experience.
Casual Downtown Setting
The atmosphere is informal and energetic rather than formal, making Antico an easy stop for lunch, dinner or a casual meal while exploring downtown Kelowna.
Counter-Style Service
The restaurant has traditionally used a casual order-first format, with customers placing their order before settling in at a table.
Robot Pizza Delivery
Bella, the restaurant's cat-faced robot, delivers food to tables while playing music and has become a memorable part of the experience, particularly for children.
Family-Friendly
Families regularly mention Antico as a favourite casual outing, with the robot server adding extra entertainment for younger diners.
Covered Patio
Outdoor tables along Bernard Avenue provide another option in warmer weather, with a covered area offering some protection from the elements.
Italian-Inspired Atmosphere
Italian music, wine, décor and the visible pizza-making process give the casual dining room a character that reflects the restaurant's focus on Naples-style pizza.
🅿️ Parking & Accessibility
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Downtown Kelowna
Antico Pizza Napoletana is located at 347 Bernard Avenue in the heart of downtown Kelowna.
Downtown Parking
Street parking and public parking options are available throughout the surrounding downtown area.
Bernard Avenue
The central Bernard Avenue location makes Antico particularly convenient for diners already exploring downtown on foot.
Walkable Location
Once downtown, the restaurant is easily incorporated into a day or evening spent visiting Bernard Avenue's shops, restaurants and nearby waterfront.
📍 Landmarks & Location
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Bernard Avenue
Antico sits directly on Bernard Avenue, Kelowna's central downtown dining, shopping and entertainment street.
Downtown Kelowna
The restaurant's location places it in the middle of the city's walkable downtown core, surrounded by independent businesses, restaurants, cafés and nightlife.
Okanagan Lake Waterfront
Kelowna's downtown waterfront is nearby, making Antico a convenient meal stop before or after spending time along Okanagan Lake.
City Park
The downtown location is convenient for visitors heading between Bernard Avenue and Kelowna's waterfront parks and beaches.
Downtown Shopping & Entertainment
Antico works naturally into an afternoon or evening downtown, with shops, patios, entertainment and other attractions surrounding the restaurant.
📱 Ordering Options
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Dine-In
Eating the pizza fresh from the oven is the best way to experience Antico's soft, foldable Neapolitan crust.
Counter Ordering
The restaurant uses a casual ordering format, with customers placing their order before food is delivered to the table.
Patio Dining
Covered outdoor seating along Bernard Avenue provides an alternative to the indoor dining room.
Takeout
Pizza, pasta, salads and other dishes can be ordered for pickup, although the delicate Neapolitan crust is best enjoyed shortly after leaving the oven.
Delivery
Third-party delivery is available, but the restaurant itself cautions that authentic Neapolitan pizza does not travel particularly well because its soft crust cools quickly and absorbs moisture from the toppings.
Frozen Pizza
Customers have also mentioned purchasing frozen pizzas to take home, providing another way to enjoy Antico outside the restaurant.
Lunch & Dinner
The casual format and quick cooking time make Antico suitable for both a downtown lunch and an evening pizza dinner.
💬 Customer Feedback
This section summarizes recurring themes in customer reviews.
The Crust Defines the Experience
Customers repeatedly praise Antico's airy, lightly charred crust and fresh dough, with many comparing the pizza favourably to versions they have eaten in Italy.
Authenticity Has a Loyal Following
Diners familiar with Neapolitan pizza frequently praise the restaurant for staying true to the style, including its imported ingredients, restrained toppings and extremely hot wood-fired oven.
Not Everyone Expects a Soft Pizza
The foldable, tender centre of authentic Neapolitan pizza occasionally surprises diners expecting a crisp North American-style crust, leading to some sharply divided opinions about texture.
Fresh Ingredients Stand Out
Tomato sauce, fresh cheeses and quality toppings receive recurring praise, with customers often describing the pizzas as simple but especially flavourful.
Best Enjoyed Straight from the Oven
Customers and the restaurant itself repeatedly recommend eating the pizza immediately, as the delicate crust can soften further and cool quickly during takeout or delivery.
Bella the Robot Is Hard to Forget
The musical cat-faced delivery robot has become one of Antico's quirkiest features. Families and children particularly enjoy it, although a few diners would prefer a more traditional Italian atmosphere.
A Favourite for Some Kelowna Regulars
Several customers describe Antico as their regular pizza destination, including families and couples who return frequently for familiar favourites.
Desserts Deserve Attention
Tiramisu and cheesecake receive enough praise to stand on their own, rather than simply appearing as an afterthought to the pizza.
Service Is Usually Praised
Friendly and knowledgeable staff appear frequently in positive reviews, with customers appreciating recommendations and explanations of the different pizzas.
Experiences Can Be Polarizing
While the restaurant has an enthusiastic following, some reviews are strongly divided over the soft Neapolitan crust and service interactions, making Antico a place with a particularly distinct personality rather than a conventional pizza shop.
Sources
Links used to compile this restaurant’s menu and dining information.
- Antico Pizza Napoletana Menu (opens in a new tab)View the restaurant's menu at the linked source to confirm current prices, availability, and menu details.
